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Definition of ardently : In an ardent manner; eagerly; with warmth; affectionately; passionately.

Synonyms:

fanatically

crankily, touchily, impulsively, recklessly, irritably, nervously, volcanically, stormily, rashly, tempestuously, combustibly, excitably, explosively

snappily, spiritedly, actively, energetically, potently, effervescently, powerfully, mightily, fervidly, vigorously, forcefully, vivaciously, zealously, strongly

sensitively, emotionally, sympathetically

breathlessly, attentively, electrically, feverishly, turbulently, anxiously

animatedly, lustily, enthusiastically, fierily, excitedly, exuberantly, zestfully, friskily, fervently, industriously, agitatedly, earnestly, emphatically

eagerly, amorously, greedily, fondly, hungrily, hopefully, urgently, itchingly, covetously, expectantly, longingly, yearningly, acquisitively, graspingly, passionately

Usage examples:

• Betsy wished ardently that the girl would come back. - "Understood Betsy", Dorothy Canfield.
• Artobane hesitated, and with cause; but Caracalla wooed so ardently that finally the king said yes. - "Imperial Purple", Edgar Saltus.
• Gentlemen of the Senate and of the House of Representatives: My solicitude to see the militia of the United States placed on an efficient establishment has been so often and so ardently expressed that I shall but barely recall the subject to your view on the present occasion, at the same time that I shall submit to your inquiry whether our harbors are yet sufficiently secured. - "Complete State of the Union Addresses from 1790 to the Present", Various.